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How to Drive a Horse Sleigh
Driving a horse sleigh can be a pleasant and exciting experience, but it also can be dangerous if you are not familiar with horses and you don't have the right equipment. The hobby has gained popularity in recent years because it is easy to learn. You also can find horse clubs where you can exchange
How to Bandage a Horse's Hind Leg
Learning how to bandage your horse's legs is a very important skill for all horse owners to have. Whether your horse currently needs to have his legs wrapped or not, it is a good skill to learn in the event that your animal does require wrapping. Some situations that might call for you to wrap the l
How to Build Horse Fences
Keeping in livestock can be a real challenge: even more so with horses. Why? Because they're darn clever! What you need is a sturdy, durable way to keep them enclosed. You have three basic options, or a combination of them: Electric Fencing and Traditional Wood Fencing and Wire fencing. This article
How to Determine the Right Andis Clippers For Your Horse Grooming Needs
Choosing the right horse clippers/trimmers for your needs can be complicated and costly if you don't make the right choice based on your needs. This article reviews the Andis line of of clippers/trimmers with a goal of making it less complicated and reducing the risk of a wrong choice.
Olympic Equestrian - Olympic Rules, Judging and Officials
Learn about the basic rules of the Olympic and FEI equestrian sports show jumping, dressage and Eventing.
Ringworm Treatment in Horses
Ringworm is a contagious fugal infection common to many mammals, including horses. It gets its name from the distinctive round bald patches it creates. Although not a potentially deadly condition, a horse can become miserable due to the itchiness. He can then scratch, break open the skin and invite
Advice for Those Looking to Plait a Horse's Mane
If you are planning on taking your horse to a show, competition or hunting event then you need to know how to plait their mane. For many shows this is a requirement and makes the horse look smart and well turned out.
Equine Epilepsy
Horses, like humans, may suffer from epilepsy characterized by seizures. Left untreated, this condition may cause serious injury to horses.
A List of Equipment You May Need for Yourself at a Horse Show
Are you riding in a horse show? Here is a list of what you'll need for yourself when you are riding in a horse show. This basic list covers all the clothing and equipment that you'll need to pack when heading out to ride or drive your horse at a show.
How to Learn Horse Shoeing
If you love working with horses, you might be able to turn your passion into a rewarding career. A career as a farrier, or someone who shoes horses, can be a satisfying, and lucrative, one for horse lovers. But to get started in the horse shoeing business, you need to have the right schooling and th
What To Look In High Quality Feed Balancers For Horses
In this article I would like to share with you some useful information about feed balancers for horses. We are going to learn what they are, why your horse needs them and most importantly what to look for in high quality horse supplements. What are feed balancers and why you horse needs them?
Looking For the Perfect Fit When Choosing Saddles/Horse Tack
The saddles/horse tack must be in perfect harmony with the horse and the rider; it must be comfortable for both, to ensure a safe ride and the horse's health. This is why it is imperative to get the perfect fit when choosing saddles/horse tack, it doesn't have to be custom made, although t
Hot Wire Fencing Tips
Hot wire used to be avoided because horses have difficulty seeing it and could be seriously injured if caught up in the wire strands. Now, however, hot wire is used in conjunction with other fencing options, or as coated wire. A lot of people like to use hot wire because it is inexpensive and horses
Types of Horse Shelters
Keeping a horse at home can be a great alternative to boarding, but it is important to provide your horse with the right kind of shelter. There are a number of different shelters available, and it is important to understand the pros and cons of each one.
Good Horse Leadership is Not a Four-Lettered Word
Leadership is not a four-lettered word. Words like bite, kick, rear and buck are four-lettered words that positive leadership helps to remove from a horse's lexicon. Leadership is one of few things in life that is both a science and an art.
What Stable Equipment Do I Need To Care For My Horse?
If you own a horse you'll need some basic stable equipment for effective stable management. This will include tools to help keep your horse's stable clean and tidy, and some items to feed and water your horse. This article gives a run-down of the basics.